Untitled ["tattoo" book] by James McCracken Jr.

Untitled ["tattoo" book] 1971

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script typography

shading to add clarity

old engraving style

hand drawn type

hand-drawn typeface

ink drawing experimentation

limited contrast and shading

ink colored

sketchbook drawing

shading experimentation

"Untitled ["tattoo" book]" is a 1971 work by James McCracken Jr. The book, made up of sheets measuring approximately 16.4 × 12.6 cm, features a simple black line drawing of a fetus. The artist's exploration of human forms and the body is evident in this minimalist work. While the image appears simple at first, it suggests themes of life, beginnings, and the human condition. The work is a good example of McCracken's minimalist style and his interest in exploring fundamental concepts through simplified imagery.